Guangzhou, China, September 15, 2025 – EHang Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: EH) (“EHang” or “the Company”), the world’s leading Urban Air Mobility (“UAM”) technology company, today announced that the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Group of Companies Allur JSC (“Allur Group”), one of Kazakhstan’s largest automotive manufacturing enterprises. The partnership aims to jointly develop emerging markets for UAM solutions in Central Asia, with comprehensive cooperation spanning UAM ecosystem building, large-scale aircraft deployment and commercial operations, local industrial ecosystem development, and industry standards. Together, EHang and Allur Group will accelerate the growth of the low-altitude economy in Kazakhstan and the broader Central Asian region.
Image:EHang and Allur Group officially sign the MOU
Strategic Agreement and Aircraft Deployment
Under the MOU, Allur Group intends to purchase 50 units of EHang’s EH216 series eVTOLs in phases, starting with an initial order of 10 units of EH216-S human-carrying aircraft and 10 units of EH216-L cargo-carrying aircraft. These aircraft will be deployed at Kazakhstan’s first UAM operations center in Central Asia, supporting routine flight operations, technical training for operators and engineers, and airworthiness certification testing. The center will serve as a foundation for future commercial operations.
The collaboration will focus on various UAM application scenarios, including passenger transportation, logistics, and emergency response. Leveraging EHang’s advanced eVTOL technologies and global operational experience, the two parties will promote the rapid expansion of the low-altitude economy in the region.
In addition, the parties will explore the establishment the first local eVTOL assembly facility in Central Asia, with an annual production estimated of up to 200 EH216 series aircraft, serving both Kazakhstan and neighboring markets. EHang will assist to introduce key components suppliers, including motors, batteries, and aviation materials, fostering the development of a localized supply chain.
Leadership Engagements and Site Visits
Andrey Lavrentyev, Chairman of Allur Group, together with Syrym Semeibayev, First Deputy Chairman of the Board and Vice President of Production, visited EHang’s Guangzhou headquarters and Yufu production facility. They held meetings with EHang’s Founder, Chairman, and CEO Huazhi Hu, and Chief Operating Officer Zhao Wang to learn about EHang’s innovation and achievements in advanced global air mobility, and formally signed the MOU.
During the visit, Lavrentyev personally experiencing a flight on the EH216-S and gained in-depth understanding of EHang’s achievements in autonomous aviation innovation, UAM ecosystem development, and commercial applications of the eVTOL series.
Image: Andrey Lavrentiev, Chairman of the Board of Allur Group, experiences a flight on the EH216-S
Executive Remarks
Lavrentyev said, “Allur Group is committed to driving Kazakhstan’s industrial modernization by introducing globally advanced technologies. Partnering with EHang, as a pioneer in the eVTOL and advanced air mobility sector, will help us build a new three-dimensional air transportation ecosystem. EHang’s products are well suited for urban air mobility, addressing market demand, while the EH216-S’s airworthiness certification and commercial operation experience will serve as valuable reference for shaping relevant regulations and policies. We see this collaboration as a starting point to drive innovation in urban mobility, smart city development, logistics efficiency, and emergency response capabilities.”
Huazhi Hu, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of EHang, said, “Signing this MOU with Allur Group marks a key milestone in bringing China’s new-generation civil aviation technologies and low-altitude economy solutions to the global stage. This partnership highlights EHang’s strategic model of ‘technology export + industry co-development + shared services,’ and further demonstrates our expanding international influence— particularly in Central Asia. We’re encouraged by the increasing number of global partners choosing EHang and taking our EH216-S products as a reference to build operational best practices. With Kazakhstan as a strategic launchpad, we will replicate mature eVTOL technologies and integrated ecosystem models across Central Asia, advancing cross-border cooperation in the low-altitude economy. Together, we aim to deliver safe, efficient, and sustainable aerial mobility to the broader region.”
Zhao Wang, COO of EHang, said, “Allur Group’s strong technical capabilities, mature industrial resources, and local market channels make them an ideal partner for EHang’s Central Asian market expansion. This collaboration with Allur Group is a key step in EHang’s international strategy and in replicating the ‘EHang Model’ abroad. As a global leader in UAM and low-altitude economy, EHang’s experience in eVTOL development and commercialization will also support Allur Group in enriching its industrial ecosystem and building an integrated aerial transport network. Kazakhstan’s geographical position as the world’s largest landlocked country and bridge between Asia and Europe creates abundant application scenarios for eVTOL solutions. Through this cooperation, we aim to accelerate the deployment of low-altitude economy ecosystems and commercial operation standards in Central Asia, creating an aerial ‘sky bridge’ connecting Asia and Europe.”
High-Level Recognition at China-Kazakhstan Entrepreneurs Committee
Image: EHang and Allur Group, key China-Kazakhstan enterprise representatives, at the 8th China-Kazakhstan Entrepreneurs Committee meeting and group signing.
The MOU was signed during the 8th China-Kazakhstan Entrepreneurs Committee meeting, jointly presided by Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Chinese Vice Premier Xuexiang Ding. Syrym Semeibayev, First Deputy Chairman of Allur Group, and Zhao Wang, COO of EHang, attended the meeting and the signing ceremony. The signing, witnessed by key officials including Guohua Xi, Chairman of CITIC Group, and Zakupov, Chairman of the Samruk-Kazyna Fund, highlighted the significance of this cooperation in promoting emerging technology industry development between China and Kazakhstan.
Image: EHang Chief Operating Officer Zhao Wang (right) in discussion with Roman Sklyar, First Deputy Prime Minister of Kazakhstan (left)
At the meeting, Roman Sklyar, First Deputy Prime Minister of Kazakhstan, congratulated Allur Group and EHang on their cooperation and praised EHang’s leadership and achievements in global civil aviation market, expressing Kazakhstan’s willingness to reference EHang’s successful experience in China and abroad to advance local legislation, regulations, and supportive policies for eVTOLs and advanced UAM. Sklyar also invited EHang to conduct field visits, share best practices, and provide guidance for local regulatory development.
About EHang
EHang (Nasdaq: EH) is the world’s leading urban air mobility (“UAM”) technology platform company. Our mission is to enable safe, autonomous, and eco-friendly air mobility accessible to everyone. EHang provides customers in various industries with unmanned aerial vehicle (“UAV”) systems and solutions: air mobility (including passenger transportation and logistics), smart city management, and aerial media solutions. EHang’s flagship product EH216-S has obtained the world’s first type certificate, production certificate and standard airworthiness certificate for pilotless eVTOL issued by the Civil Aviation Administration of China (“CAAC”). In 2025, EH216-S eVTOL operators have been granted the first batch of Air Operator Certificates for human-carrying pilotless eVTOL flight services for mass consumers issued by the CAAC. As the forerunner of cutting-edge UAV technologies and commercial solutions in the global UAM industry, EHang continues to explore the boundaries of the sky to make flying technologies benefit our life in smart cities. For more information, please visit www.ehang.com.
About Allur Group
Group of Companies Allur JSC (“Allur Group”) is one of the largest automotive manufacturing enterprises in Kazakhstan, covering the production of passenger and commercial vehicles and automotive components. The group also operates distribution companies, dealerships, and automotive parts sales businesses.
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